Nigeria's former President Muhammadu Buhari dies at 82
Summary
Muhammadu Buhari, Nigeria's former president and military leader, died at age 82 in a London hospital. He had been battling an undisclosed illness before his death. Buhari served as Nigeria's president twice, with a focus on fighting corruption, but his time in office was also marked by controversy and challenges.Key Facts
- Muhammadu Buhari was Nigeria's former president and a past military ruler.
- He died in a London hospital at the age of 82.
- Buhari's first term in the 1980s involved an anti-corruption campaign, during which about 500 people were detained.
- He was overthrown in a military coup in 1985.
- Buhari was elected president again in 2015, after a notable victory over President Goodluck Jonathan.
- His presidency from 2015 to 2023 faced challenges like economic decline and security issues.
- Buhari experienced health problems during his later presidency, spending over seven months on medical leave in London.
- Despite a mixed legacy, he remained popular in Nigeria's northern regions.
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